Drapers
Michael Ashison
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Get back to where you once belonged
9 October 2008
For many retailers these are critical times. The economic downturn has affected everyone and we at Bullfrogs are no different. -
Talk our way out of the credit crunch
5 September 2008
Credit crunch, global meltdown. Six months ago I had never heard of these terms, but now they have become part of our daily vocabulary. While there are definitely testing times ahead, how much of it is fact and how much is perception? -
Watch your staff for warning signs
3 May 2008
One of the stresses of running your own business is that the show must go on regardless of how good or bad trade is. -
Stumbling giants lose their footing
23 February 2008
As a footwear retailer, the demise of Dolcis last month was sobering news, but how alarmed should we independents be at the news? -
Fashion addicts fix my timing crisis
11 August 2007
Michael Ashison's customers help him decide when to put new season product on the shop floor -
Expert advice is right on the money
30 June 2007
A training course works wonders for Michael Ashison's staff while he picks up tricks from the TV -
Attracting a higher calibre of thief
31 March 2007
Trying to sell some more expensive brands had unexpected consequences for Michael Ashison -
Three chapters in a retailer's story
24 February 2007
One sacking, lots of cars and a touch of glamour are all in a few days' work for Michael Ashison -
Dreaming of youthful enthusiasm
13 January 2007
Michael Ashison wishes his young staff shared his excitement at the start of a new year in retail
